Quantitative D-dimer, Citrate Plasma

Interpretation

An elevated D-dimer level is not normal. It's usually found after a clot has formed and is in the process of breaking down. If you are having significant formation and breakdown of blood clot in your body, your D-dimer may be elevated. This this case, you will be asked to do have other tests. You may have the following imaging tests to look for blood clots:

Ultrasonography

CT angiography

Pulmonary angiography

Ventilation/perfusion scanning

These tests help your healthcare provider diagnose blood clots in your legs, arms, lungs, or other parts of the body.

Elevated D-dimer does not necessarily mean that you have life threating disorder. High levels are also common during COVID-19 infection and even after few months of COVID-19 infection. It also commonly seen that D-dimer levels are elevated during pregnancy. If you have had recent surgery your D-dimer levels may be elevated.